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The Istanbul Agop 30th Anniversary 12" Hi Hat Cymbals are now available with us at Graham Russell Drums.

Handcrafted in Istanbul from traditional B20 bronze alloy, these hi-hats are part of the 30th Anniversary series, representing the most traditional form of Turkish cymbal making. Each cymbal features a uniquely hand-shaped bell, followed by deep, extensive hand hammering and finished with a proprietary pre-aging process, resulting in a mature, vintage-inspired tonal character. The extra-thin weight and compact 12" diameter create a highly responsive and sensitive instrument, with a lower mass contributing to a softer overall feel and quicker reaction under the stick.

These hi-hats produce a dark, dry and highly articulate voice with a papery thin response and very fast decay. The smaller diameter provides a tight, controlled feel with crisp articulation, while the wash remains trashy yet contained, sitting low in the overall sound profile. The chick is subtle and short, favouring control over projection, and the overall response is extremely sensitive to touch. These hi-hats are particularly well suited to jazz, acoustic, experimental and studio applications where precision, texture and dynamic control are essential.

• B20 bronze alloy construction
• 30th Anniversary series (traditional Turkish craftsmanship)
• Extra-thin weight for maximum sensitivity and fast response
• Deep hand hammering with individually shaped bells
• Proprietary pre-aged finish for vintage tonal character
• 12" diameter for tight articulation and control
• Dark, dry tonal profile with minimal overtones
• Fast, trashy attack with very quick decay
• Subtle, controlled chick sound
• Ideal for jazz, acoustic, experimental and studio playing

Buy these Istanbul Agop 30th Anniversary 12" Hi Hat Cymbals from Graham Russell Drums and receive them on our next day delivery service when you order before 2 pm.